APC
APC BX1000M 1000VA 600W UPS
Provides 1000VA/600W battery backup with eight NEMA 5-15R outlets, AVR, dataline protection, replaceable battery and Energy Star certification
- Battery Type1/2 AA Lithium
- 1000VA / 600W capacity keeps workstations running during outages
- Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects fluctuations without using battery power
- Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets split between battery backup and surge-only protection
- Gigabit network dataline protection shields connected Ethernet equipment
- User-replaceable battery cartridge APCRBC158 extends unit service life
Purpose and Audience
The APC BX1000M is a 1000VA battery backup and surge protector designed for desktop computers, networking gear and home-office electronics. It delivers 600W of battery-supported power to keep essential devices running during outages while also shielding connected equipment from voltage spikes and line noise.
Bundled Protection and Software
The unit provides eight NEMA 5-15R outlets; four supply battery-backed power with automatic voltage regulation and four supply surge protection only. A 1 GB network dataline protector guards Ethernet connections, and included Windows power-management software enables automated shutdown. Mac users rely on the native Energy Saver settings for equivalent control.
Capacity and Interface Limits
The 600W output ceiling restricts the total load that can remain powered during a blackout, so high-draw workstations or multi-monitor arrays may exceed the reserve. Automatic voltage regulation handles moderate fluctuations without draining the battery, yet severe or sustained brownouts will still deplete the internal cell. The replaceable battery uses the APCRBC158 model, which must be sourced separately when service is required.
Highlights
- 1000VA / 600W capacity keeps workstations running during outages
- Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects fluctuations without using battery power
- Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets split between battery backup and surge-only protection
- Gigabit network dataline protection shields connected Ethernet equipment
- User-replaceable battery cartridge APCRBC158 extends unit service life
Specifications
| Battery Type | 1/2 AA Lithium |
|---|
Questions about this item
How often will the APCRBC158 battery need replacing?
The replaceable APCRBC158 lead-acid battery typically lasts three to five years depending on discharge cycles and ambient temperature; APC recommends checking it annually after the third year.
What limits continuous 600 W output during an extended outage?
The 600 W rating is the maximum real power the inverter can supply; runtime at that load is determined by the internal battery capacity and will end when the battery is depleted.
How much heat and noise does the unit produce when running all day on mains power?
In normal AVR mode the unit runs silently with no fan; heat output is low, limited to the trickle-charge circuitry keeping the APCRBC158 battery topped up.
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